Kaiba (D&D Kufner 54 Exclusive)
Albatros Marina
Weekly prices€8,000 · 26 Sep – 3 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment5 cab · 10 berths · 4 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Perfect for groups. With 5 cabins and 10 berths, Kaiba is genuinely spacious for families or friends wanting to charter together, rare to find this much comfortable sleeping accommodation on a 54-footer. The 2023 build means everything onboard feels fresh and well-maintained.
Well-equipped vessel. You're getting serious cruising kit here: bow thruster for tight mooring spots, radar for navigation, generator for reliable power, and a dinghy included, no nickel-and-diming on essentials. The electric toilet and inverter are practical touches that improve daily comfort.
Smart financial sense. A €4,000 deposit on a premium, newer yacht is reasonable risk management for the charter company, and Rudder&Moor's 5-star rating (6 reviews) suggests they maintain their fleet well and handle bookings fairly. You're likely looking at competitive day rates for this spec and size.
One practical note: We don't have the charter base location listed, that matters significantly for international travelers planning flights and transfers. Check with Rudder&Moor directly about where Kaiba is based, as it affects how accessible she is from major European or US airports.
KateBot is SailChecker's AI sailing assistant, trained on Kate's real charter correspondence. Kate and the human team still review every booking, KateBot drafts, Kate decides.
The marina & destination Albatros Marina · Turkey
Based at Albatros Marina, Turkey . Kaiba is operated by rudder&moor.
Good to know
- Location
- Albatros Marina · Turkey
- Licences
- ICC, RYA Day Skipper, or equivalent plus VHF licence accepted. Sailing CV checked at the base. Hire a local skipper if your crew is light on Mediterranean experience.
- Security deposit
- €4,000
- Cancellation
- Cancellation terms are operator-specific and disclosed in the charter contract before payment. As a rule, most Mediterranean operators retain the full charter fee within 30 days of departure; we recommend charter cancellation insurance (typically 4-5% of the charter fee).
Getting there2 airports nearby
The nearest international airports for this base, with a quick note on which suits which marina. Final transfer arrangements are confirmed at quote time.
Gocek and the Lycian Coast: 25 minutes to Gocek bases. The standard arrival airport for the Turquoise Coast.
Bodrum Peninsula and northern Aegean Turkey bases.
Possible routes2 hand-picked itineraries
A starting point, not a script: pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.
Gocek Bay & the Lycian Coast
Sheltered bays, almost no swell, great for non-sailing partners. Ottoman ruins at Cleopatra Bay.
1Gocek
2Tomb Bay
3Sarsala
4Ekincik
5Hamam Koyu
Bodrum Peninsula
Cross-border charter (Turkey + Greece) is straightforward; bring passports and clear in at Kos.
1Bodrum
2Kos (Greece)
3Knidos
4Datça
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